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Compatibility of Titanium Dioxide Liquid with Electrolytes in Sunscreen Lotion

When formulating a sunscreen lotion containing chemical UV filters, Titanium Dioxide 15nm Liquid, and electrolytes like Magnesium Sulfate, is the Titanium Dioxide dispersion...

Cosmetics Compatibility Electrolytes Lotion Stability Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by tawan10105
Sunscreen Balm Formulation with Bisoctrizole

Is an emulsifier like Water Balm needed when formulating a sunscreen balm containing Bisoctrizole in an anhydrous base?

Cosmetics Anhydrous Formulation Balm Dispersion Emulsifier Sunscreen Formulation
Posted by smudhja.ns
Foaming Agents for Foam Lotion and No-Rinse Hand Cleanser

What foaming agents are suitable for creating the desired foam texture in a foam body lotion or a no-rinse foaming hand cleanser?

Cosmetics Foaming Hand Cleanser Lotion Stability Texture
Posted by nadaphast.k
Serum Formulation Challenges for Desired Properties

Is it possible to formulate a clear, honey-viscosity serum with a silky feel, fast absorption, quick evaporation, thin film, and non-pilling properties for dry skin, wrinkles,...

Cosmetics Clarity Serum Stability Texture Viscosity
Posted by mayschunzt
Inquiry on Vitamin C E Ferulic Lite Product Availability

The user is asking if the Vitamin C E Ferulic Lite product has been discontinued or is currently unavailable on the website, as they could not find it, and whether there are...

Cosmetics Finished Product Ordering Serum
Posted by llerickll
Mixing Ingredients into Cream Base

Can specific powder ingredients (Rice Vitamin, Vitamin B6, Apple Stem Cell Extract, Pure EGCG, Prebio-care) be mixed into Skin Barrier Cream Base by hand, or is mechanical...

Cosmetics Cream Dispersion Mixing Procedure Stability Texture
Posted by meeyoou30
Balm Texture Formulation and Thickening Agents

How to formulate a balm to achieve a specific texture, including recommended thickening agents (waxes, butters) and their typical usage percentages?

Cosmetics Balm Texture Thickener Usage Percentage Waxes
Posted by t3e.kapooklook
Food Grade Claim, Ethanol Smell Reduction, and Ingredient Availability for Alcohol Spray

Can an alcohol spray formulation containing food-grade ethanol, water, glycerin, strawberry extract, cucumber extract, and flavor be claimed as food grade? How can the ethanol...

Cosmetics Food Application Fragrance Ingredient Availability Odor Reduction Spray
Posted by t3e.kapooklook
Clear Liquid Hand Soap Formula Base

How to formulate a clear liquid hand soap suitable for a pump bottle?

Cosmetics Clarity Liquid Soap Sulfate-Free Texture Thickener
Posted by uthen007
Oil Compatibility for Clear and Hard Texture with Oil Stick™ Hard

I would like to ask knowledgeable individuals or those with experience using the ingredient `Oil Stick™ Hard` about which oil to use to help dissolve this substance. I have...

Cosmetics Clarity Compatibility Hard Texture Solidification Solubility
Posted by puvaratherapy
Fig Fragrance Safety in Hand Sanitizer

Is the specific fragrance ingredient Fig Crotonate, Datilat suitable and safe for use as a fragrance in a hand sanitizer that comes into direct skin contact? If this ingredient...

Cosmetics Direct Application Fragrance Ingredient Alternatives Safety
Posted by tunchanit.lim
Silicone for Water-Based Gels with Sodium Hyaluronate

How can I formulate a stable, non-separating water-based gel using silicones like SiliGel Aqua or WaterSil 8/12 with Sodium Hyaluronate as the gelling agent? What texture...

Cosmetics Clarity Gel Ingredient Alternatives Stability Water-Dispersible Silicone
Posted by tongtuch1968
Issues with GuarCat Standard and Silicone Quick-Cond in Shampoo Formulation

I have some questions regarding the use of Guar Cat Standard in shampoo formulation: 1. When used in shampoo, is Guar Cat Standard compatible with all types of surfactants? I...

Cosmetics Compatibility Conditioning Shampoo Turbidity Viscosity
Posted by diyskincare888
Difference and Interchangeability of DPG and DPM (PPG-2 Methyl Ether) as Fragrance Solvents

What are the differences between Dipropylene Glycol (DPG) and Dipropylene Glycol Monomethyl Ether (DPM), are they interchangeable as fragrance dispersants/solvents, and is DPM...

Cosmetics Compatibility Fragrance Solubility Solvents
Posted by jeneneye
Serum Separation Problem with High Silicone Content

My serum formula containing 10% Cyclotetrasiloxane and 1% PEG-10 Dimethicone (SiliSolve™) separated. Could you please analyze the potential causes and recommend solutions to...

Cosmetics Emulsifier Emulsion Phase Separation Serum Stability
Posted by thansook.jp
Mixing Azelaic Acid into Body Lotion for Single Use

How can Azelaic Acid (Liquid Azelaic™) be mixed into body lotion for single-use application? Can it be directly added, or does it require prior dilution?

Cosmetics Concentration Dispersion Lotion Mixing Procedure
Posted by naestorbeautii
Alcohol-free Pillow Mist Formulation Questions

I am looking to create an Alcohol-free Pillow mist using a base of water + Witch Hazel, with fragrance from Essential Oils and terpenes. I have the following questions: 1. Are...

Cosmetics Alcohol-Free Formulation Fragrance Formulation Pillow Mist Preservation Shelf Life
Posted by lalida.spp
Highly Effective Whitening Ingredients for Body Skin

What are some highly effective and fast-acting whitening ingredients suitable for body skin?

Cosmetics Active Ingredient Application Area Ingredient Selection Performance Effect Skin Brightening
Posted by keerati_ch
Lipstick Coating Differences and Sunscreen Formulation

What is the difference between Glossy Non-Transfer Top Coat and Liquid Lip Gloss Coating (Shine Filler)? Can sunscreen be added to the coating layer or only to the colored...

Cosmetics Lip Gloss Lip Product Sun Protection Sunscreen Formulation Transfer Resistance
Posted by bopuncharat
Sunscreen Glow Foundation Formulation Request

Seeking a recommended formulation with ingredient percentages for a Sunscreen Glow Foundation that is easy to spread, long-lasting, sweat-proof, mask-proof, and provides a dewy finish.

Cosmetics Foundation Long-lasting Sunscreen Formulation Transfer Resistance Waterproof
Posted by pair.jiraprapa